1999 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1962 Maserati 151
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Maserati 151. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Maserati 151 would be higher. At 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Maserati 151 (355 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1999 Chevrolet Camaro. (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Maserati 151 should accelerate faster than 1999 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 655 kg more than 1962 Maserati 151.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1962 Maserati 151 (487 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Chevrolet Camaro. (468 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1962 Maserati 151 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Chevrolet Camaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chevrolet Camaro | 1962 Maserati 151 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Maserati |
| Model | Camaro | 151 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1962 |
| Engine Size | 5665 cc | 3942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 355 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 468 Nm | 487 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2310 mm |
